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Bibi's Joy

'Rustic-modern' solar powered cottage in a secluded setting outside Suurbraak village - Suurbraak (20km from Swellendam)
Dover and indoor braai
Open plan dining/lounge area
Cosy kitchen and dining space
Closed combustion fireplace with a lovely view from the inside
Newly renovated shower with a view
Geberit dual flush toilets
His and hers custom-made basins
Comfortable beds with good quality linens
Second fully equiped bathroom
Second bathroom shower with a view
Second bedroom
Third full bathroom for the kiddies
Third dual flush toilet
Veranda
View from Lounge
Cool path with seating area
Path up the slope for an incredible view of Suurbraak
Dramatic sunsets
Boisterous calfs playing all over
Bibi's Joy

Rate Guide

From R300 to R1500, depending on unit, guests and time of year

Quick Facts

Where: Suurbraak (20km from Swellendam)
Sleeps: 4 (plus 8 stretchers for the kids)
Equipped: Yes
Linen: Yes
Towels: Yes
Fireplace: Yes
Braai: Yes
Meals: No, but organic restaurant nearby
Pet-Friendly: Yes
Activities: birdwatching, canoeing, hiking, mountain biking, museums & galleries, restaurants, stargazing, swimming, walking

Budget Getaways Review

Let’s set the tone with a recent guest comment: “If you need peace and tranquility away from the city bustle, this is the place to go. Rustic, comfortable, serene... after one day you don't want to leave.” 

Another one:  "It really is the ideal breakaway location if you want to get away from the city rush."

Rustic-cut-with-the-modern Bibi's is, but with a good dose of creature comfort thrown into the healthy cocktail.

Perched just outside Suurbraak - a charming little Moravian mission station some 20 kays from Swellendam - the Langeberg casts its cool shadow over the cottage, making this a dream destination for junkies who like their nature laced with a dash of colourful local kultuur.

The cottage is an off-the-grid number, powered by solar and gas. The views are put to good use with large glass sliding doors in the living area. Sharing the space is an equipped kitchen, decked with Dover stove and a fireplace for cosy winter vibe.

Sleeping-wise, Bibi's has two bedrooms - both ensuite (showers only), with all linen and towels included. And then we have an extra eight stretchers for the mob, which can be set up in the bedrooms or living area. We predict fun times ahead.

Head out to the covered outdoor patio, where you'll find cooling misters to ease the summer blaze, and a braai to cap the day in a Jurassic Park garden.

Stepping off  the property, there's a swimming hole about 500m away, plenty scope for long walks and cycling, and the Paradise Organic Restaurant in Suurbraak itself. 

Off the main track, a combo of solitude and sociable village, easygoing vibe, plenty of outdoors, Bibi's Joy packs some hearty punch. 

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